Claxton extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 5-18. They were outmatched by Metter and fell 79-37. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against Metter this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 66-28 two weeks ago.
When it comes to explaining why Claxton lost, don't look at Jayda Jordan. Despite the final result, she dropped a double-double with 16 points and 11 boards. That was a full 43.2% of Claxton's points, marking the fifth time in a row Jordan has posted more than a third of the team's points.
As for Metter, their record is now 15-3. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 12 contests by 21 points or more this season.
Za'Kyah Byrd was her usual excellent self, dropping a double-double with 21 points and 11 steals. Those 11 steals gave her a new career-high. Zion Saffore was another key player, putting up 18 points along with six rebounds and five steals.
Claxton didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 31-21 victory against Jenkins County on the 12th. As for Metter, they will take on McIntosh County Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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